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Photography and CreativityAaron A. AgypongState University of New York College at Buffalo - Buffalo State College, [email protected]

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Running head: PHOTOGRAPHY AND CREATIVITY

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SUNY Buffalo State

International Center for Studies in Creativity

Photography and Creativity

A Project

in Creative Studies

by

Aaron Agyapong

Submitted in Partial Fulfillment

of the Requirements

for the Degree of

Master of Science

May 2019

PHOTOGRAPHY AND CREATIVITY

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ABSTRACT

Photography as an expression has been one of the most useful perspectives in the world

of art. The perspective behind photography has made tremendous changes in our society.

Today, we have the power and the ability to look at photos and have different variations

of meaning. We attach meaning to a photograph in order to stay connected with the

feeling it gives us. This paper summarizes the framework behind the different styles of

photography and how they are all connected. It also explains the meaning behind the

style of photography. In this framework, we will explore different views of photography

and how they represent a different contribution to photography and how they have made

a difference. This paper starts by analyzing differences in creativity and photography,

and observations and perspective, which are not seen frequently. Being a photographer

also makes you creative, and this will explain the differences and process.

Keywords: creativity, photography, and perspective.

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SUNY Buffalo State

International Center for Studies in Creativity

Photography and Creativity

A Project

in Creative Studies

by

Aaron Agyapong

Submitted in Partial Fulfillment

of the Requirements

for the Degree of

Master of Science

May 2019

Dates of Approval

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Project Advisor: J. Michael Fox

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Aaron Agyapong


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Table to Contents Title Page…………………………………………………… 1 Abstract……………………………………………………… 2 Signatory Page…………………………………………… 3 Table of Contents……………………………………… 4 Section 1: Introduction……………………………………………… 5 Photography Perspective……………………………… 5 The Observer… ……………………………………. 6 Exploring Creative Photography……..……………… 6 Street Photography……..……………………………… 7 Section 2 Figure 1 ……………………………………………… 8 Figure 2 …………………………………… 9 Figure 3………………………………… 10 Figure 4………………………………… 11 Figure 5 ………………………………… 12 Figure 6 ……………………………………………………… 13 Candid Photography ……………………………………………13 Subject Matter ………………………………………………… 14 Background in the project ………………………………… 14 Study of Color …………………………………………… 15 Photographer’s app ……………………………… 15 Section 3 Figure 7 …………………………………………… 16 Figure 8 …………………………………………… 17 Figure 9 …………………………………………… 18 Figure 10 …………………………………………… 19 Figure 11 …………………………………………… 20 VSCO Cam……………………………………… 20 Humans of New York …………………………………… 21 Figure 15 …………………………………………… 25 Figure 16 …………………………………………… 26 Figure 17 …………………………………………… 27 Figure 18 …………………………………………… 28 Figure 19 …………………………………………… 29 Interview …………………………… 29 Creativity Happens After the Photo. ………………… 37 Conclusion ……………………………………………………… 37

References ……………………………………………………… 38


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INTRODUCTION

Photography is the ability to create images through a personal lens and

perspective. Learning about photography started out as a concept. Picking up a camera,

you have the ability to create art and an image, which can last for a lifetime. Photography

brings out the creativity in people. The concept of photography provides photographers

with an opportunity to develop the idea behind creative photography.

A good majority of concepts of photography can be seen within perspective.

. The approach towards photography is one of the key insights, which I still apply today.

For example, when I look at photography, the first thing I see is art—my ability to

express myself through a lens. Picking up a camera as a child was one of the best things

that happened. I remember asking my mother during Thanksgiving about getting me

camera; it was a shock when she first got it for me.

PHOTOGRAPHY PERSPECTIVE

Photography starts with a concept. Being able to create a visual image, which can

last a lifetime, gives an individual the ability to see things a lot differently. As a

photographer, I came across various perspectives, which have changed my narrative

regarding how I see photography. Creating visually stimulating images can have a

profound effect on an individual. The beauty of photography is having the ability to

discover your own niche. Many photographers develop their own perspective; they are

also able to create a different feeling, which allows people to capture the moment. As a

photographer, you develop a sense of awareness with your eyes, which allow you to see

things a lot differently.


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THE OBSERVER

The moment you pick up a device that allows you to record moments, you

become an observer without knowing. Today we can see that with camera phones which

allow people to document moments instantaneously. Throughout my observation with

photography, I came across things that I have learned about individuals who I have

worked with. At times, the people who I work with were not comfortable having their

photos taken. From time to time, they will shy away from being seen. Photography has

opened my eyes to a new understanding. Throughout my photography session, I was able

to gain new insights regarding what photography truly meant. One thing I came to notice

during my observation with people who I took photos of is their ability to shy away from

the camera. Normally when people have a camera in front of them, they have a different

way of reacting to photos being taken of them. When you become a photographer, you

learn how to navigate in various forms with your eyes. You learn how to view different

things. You learn how to capture moments from different viewpoints, which can be

interpreted by different viewers in several different ways. Being able to capture images

demonstrates what you are capable of developing.

EXPLORING CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY

Exploring creative photography comes down to different abilities to try new

avenues within photography. The genres include landscape, street photography, and

portrait photography. The beauty of photography is knowing how to develop an image


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that can be compelling. Normally, we can create stories, which can be given several

interpretations.

STREET PHOTOGRAPHY

Street photography has a deeper essence. It is the ability to capture the moments

of everyday life. Looking at street photography, you can capture moments, creativity, and

raw unaltered perspective. Street photography is as simple as taking a photo of a

homeless person on the street, or the businessman who is heading to work. A majority of

street photography has a monochrome feeling attached to it. When you look at street

photography, you can think about everyday life in the form of images. As a photographer,

participating in street photography gave me the vision to know what I have been

oblivious to on a daily basis.

Looking at street photography, it is amazing how many details we can see in

everyday life, yet we choose not to notice them. As a street photographer, I look at it as a

form of taking a step back and observing your surroundings. A belief held by most

photographers is always expect the unexpected. You may run into people who may not

feel comfortable with you taking a photo of them. You may run into cases where you see

certain things that are not appealing to you, yet you will be compelled to take a photo of.

Part of being an artist is doing the unthinkable and utilizing your ability in taking serious

risks. As a content photographer, we want to capture moments, which may last a very

long time. This includes capturing a candid moment, which will not happen again unless

reenacted. In utilizing street photography, you only have one shot at doing your very best.

One of the most important aspects of utilizing street photography is being respectful


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towards people. Understanding how photography works comes down to knowing what

you are working with. A study was conducted at a University indicating how students

saw their university through reflective photography (Harrington, 1999). They found that

students had different perspectives about how they saw their school.

Figure 1. Photographed by Aaron Agyapong. Www.Vsco.co/mycreativeportfolio.

Figure 1 exemplifies creativity based on two subjects being in sync within an image and

not knowing each other. This figure says a lot about what street photography is all about,

capturing people within an image and putting the pieces together. I was sitting at a coffee

shop in downtown Los Angeles during Spring Break. This was my opportunity to capture

moments, which will be utilized in my portfolio. I came across a lady on the phone and a

guy standing there, and I told myself this would be an interesting perspective to capture.

As you look at this picture, you can tell the saturation of the edits are consistent with the

content of the photo.


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Figure 2. Photographed by Aaron Agyapong. www.Vsco.co/mycreativeportfolio.

Figure 2 was also taken in downtown Los Angeles. Judging by this picture, I took

this at a coffee shop through the glass. In fact, I took a risk with capturing this image,

because he was not aware that I took a photo of him from a distance. As I looked closely,

I wonder what was going through his mind. It can be either good or bad. One thing I can

honestly say about street photography is that it is amazing having different sets of

images, which can have different meanings and interpretations. My creativity is

exemplified through the perspective of this image. The mystery behind this image shows

what could potentially be going through his mind.


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Figure 3. Photographed by Aaron Agyapong. Www.Vsco.co/mycreativeportfolio.

Capturing this school bus was another way of capturing creativity. The essence of the

school bus captures everyday life symbolizing the avenue for student who attends school.

This represents my creative thinking based how well I incorporate everyday life into

street photography.


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Figure 4 was taken at an abandoned building. The idea behind this image was to

create a compelling image with a clear background. I wanted the subject to be the focus.

You can see the background of woods within the image. Creativity is shown within the

ideation process of the photo.


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Throughout my photography, I create a pattern. In figure 5, my friend had a light green

shirt, and I used the background as a tool in capturing a different perspective. In this

image, I took my time with the editing. I had to make sure that the quality of editing was

up to par.

Capturing this image was one of my best pieces of work. It was in downtown Los

Angeles. I wanted to utilize different lighting techniques. I figured by blending the outfit

color with the background, I would create an interesting perspective.


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Another moment captured in Los Angeles was my friend Samuel. One of the key

elements in photography is capturing people while they are not focused. The best photos

are the candid moments. They exemplify my creativity because it captures the person’s

true feelings at the current moment.


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CANDID PHOTOGRAPHY

The candid experience is as simple as capturing a moment, which exemplifies

perspective from an everyday eye. Candid photography is about capturing the moment

you need in order to see differences. From a wider range of artists, candid photography

creates a beautiful experience, which brings out the subject’s true feelings. One of the

most important key points of taking candid photography is knowing if your subject is

comfortable with you taking photos of them. One of the key points about engaging in

candid photography is understanding that people are not museum exhibits.

As a photographer, you may have to communicate your intentions with honesty

and transparency with your subjects. At times, asking permission to take a photograph of

an individual shows courtesy. Normally as a photographer, we let our excitement cloud

our reasoning, which forces us to take photos in places that may not be deemed

appropriate. The reason is because different cultures have different values, and it is your

responsibility to learn what the nature of the culture is. Part of being a photographer is

knowing when it is not appropriate. There are certain places around the world where

photography is not allowed. This may include religious sites or areas within government

jurisdiction and areas where photography may not be culturally accepted. Being a

photographer and knowing your role can change how you view your avenue of creativity.

SUBJECT MATTER

The subject of your photos is geared towards the person’s way of seeing things.

From digital cameras to cellphones and recording devices, photography creates


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perspective and room for memories. Photographers have found a way to make their

concept an art. Cameras give us a concept for utilizing our creative potential. Creative

potential through a camera says a lot about how an individual takes photos. As a

photographer, your subject plays a key role in your photos. Developing your ideas allows

room for creativity.

BACKGROUND OF THE PROJECT

The idea of photography is documenting different perspectives within a specific

niche. These niches, includes portrait, landscape, street and wedding photography.

The average person does not see photography as art. They see it as simply pushing a

button on a smartphone and creating an image. As I look at photography, I am able to

understand perspective with different styles of imagery. Photography is the ability to tell

a story within an image. Different aspects of photos tell different stories. Developing

photography is your ability to create meaning.

THE STUDY OF COLOR

Color patterns play a large role in photography. Color influences how we view

things. When it comes to photography, color plays an important role. This includes how

the images are captured. Color in photography includes hue, saturation, and value. These

are all the components that add up to the basis of photography. Studying color is one of

the main aspects of photography. A color scheme in photography determines how a


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picture will look. At some point, photography did not have much of research attached to

it (Prosser, 1992).

PHOTOGRAPHER APP

At some point, I had an idea to build the ultimate photography app, which would allow

people to book photographers through an app within their vicinity. The idea of the app is

to allow people to choose the type of photography they are looking for. This includes

landscape and portrait photography. The design of the app is to aid in creating value for

people and also to give a perspective on how a person can develop their creative ability.


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Figure 7. Candid photography with Phyllis. Photographed by Aaron Agyapong.

www.Vsco.co/mycreativeportfolio.

Figure 7 exemplifies my creativity. I started by saying something funny to my subject

and then right at the moment when she laughed, I changed my settings and created a

compelling image, which will last a lifetime. This exemplifies my creativity based on

what I was able to do within that moment—creating a candid photo, also known as a

money shot.


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One of the key elements, which exemplifies my creative ability within figure 8, comes

from the settings I chose on my camera. I took the colors from the background and added

a few tones within the color palette, which created this compelling image. The majority

of my creativity came from directing this photo and also the postproduction behind it.


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Figure 9 was taken at Starbucks near Elmwood in Buffalo, New York. This image shows

another variation of my creativity. Initially, I told the subject to look comfortable. I

wanted to break the norms within a coffee shop. Normally in an environment like that,

you are supposed to sit down and have a cup of coffee or read a book. One aspect of this

photo is changing the color sequence within the photo.


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Figure 10 exemplifies my creativity as well. This photo was taken on a rainy day.

I wanted to capture the subject during the evening after work. My creativity within this

picture is taking the clothing and creating a filter around it. This allows the photo to have

a unique feeling to it. The background of the ship in the photo shows how well you can

use resources behind you in aiding within your creativity.


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Figure 11 was shot near a train station in Buffalo, where I captured an interesting

perspective with an off-guard subject. Initially, I took the tones from her outfit by using

them as a filter. One part of my creativity within this image is taking the yellow paint on

the road and matching it with her outfit. My creativity was shown when I captured this

image during sunset.

http://www.vsco.co/mycreativeportfolio


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VSCOCAM

Have you ever wondered where image filters with a film look come from? If you

are leaning towards photography which uses filters with different warm feelings to them,

VSCO cam would be the best place to look.

VSCO, also known as Visual Supply Company, started out as a mobile

photography organization, which allows the user to post photography more easily. VSCO

plays a major role in most modern photography. The idea of VSCO is to bring out

perspective within photography. Postproduction in photography has evolved in several

formats. Today, VSCO has integrated itself into mobile formats, which has provided

several ways to implement filters with a film look, which has attracted users. When you

are using VSCO, you are creating a visual story—you are creating a variety of

perspectives, which are being brought to life. VSCO has altered how we view

photography through effective storytelling images. VSCO starts off with presets, which

have been built by a collective group of photographers aimed at developing style. This

aspect of photography has aided in the value of creating perspective.

HUMANS OF NEW YORK

“Somewhere along the way, I began to interview my subjects in addition to

photographing them. And Alongside their portraits, I’d include quotes and short stories

from their lives.” -Brandon Stanton – Founder of Humans of New York

Brandon Stanton started Humans of New York as a way of capturing perspectives

across New York City. Human of New York is about a photographer who documents

perspectives and stories of individuals. The goal of Humans of New York was to capture


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the daily glimpse of strangers’ lives in New York City. The story behind these portraits

allows us to understand the inside of another person’s mind. When you look at the stories

in Humans of New York, you can see a little bit of yourself in strangers.

Brandon Stanton has been featured in several articles across the U.S. for his perspective

of capturing stories of everyday life in New York City. Through Humans of New York,

he is able to capture different perspectives. The idea behind Humans of New York is that

each and every individual carries a lot of stories with them; many times, we do not know

what they are going through.

Figure 12. Photographed by Brandon Stanton, Humans of New York.

“I wouldn’t be here if my roommate hadn’t been possessed by a demon. It all started one

night when our upstairs neighbor tried to commit suicide by cutting open his chest. I

knew then something dark was going on. But my roommate seemed fine. He was a

volunteer firefighter. I lived with him for six years. No problems. Then one night he

comes home with a new tattoo. It was a picture of the devil having sex with a gagged girl.


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He’s like: ‘Isn’t this cool?’ And I’m like: ‘No, man. That’s not cool.’ Then at 4:30 the

next morning I woke up to screaming. I ran out of my bedroom and found him thrashing

around in the kitchen. He was slamming into cupboards and knocking over dishes. The

whole time he’s screaming: ‘He’s mine! He’s mine!’ I knew he owned a gun so I locked

myself in the bedroom. The next morning he didn't remember a thing, but I wasn’t taking

any chances. I moved out that day. It felt like a good time to finally move to New York

and follow my dreams.” Humans of NY


“My parents were shot when I was ten years old. My mother was a lawyer and my dad

was an engineer. They’d been working in South Africa, and they resisted a robbery

attempt. At least that’s what my grandfather told me. I thought everyone was fooling me

until their bodies came home to Zimbabwe. Thankfully my aunt and uncle raised me and I

kept going. But I was never able to graduate from school. I have dyslexia. I’m not good at

reading or writing. The teachers couldn’t understand my problem, and I was expected to

keep up with the rest of the class. Other students would laugh at me. And I just couldn’t

do it. Now I feel lost. I keep to myself. I have nothing to do and I’m just sitting on my

talent. I have a mechanical mind. I can understand any machine. But no engineering

program will consider you unless you’re good with books. And there are no facilities for

dyslexia in our country. I see dyslexic people from other countries who have achieved

their dreams. And it’s painful to see. Because there is no path for me. I’m thankful for

Special Olympics. They keep me from being idle, but I can’t spend all day on a golf

course. I need a job. A few years ago I discovered my father’s diary. There was a section

where he wrote a page about each of his children. He wrote that I was the smart one. I

was the one who could fix anything. I was the future engineer.” Humans of New York

(Special Olympics World Games, Abu Dhabi, UAE


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“I haven’t been able to work since my heart surgery. It’s been several years since I lost my apartment.

Now I have memory problems. I can remember things from my childhood, but lots of important things

I’m forgetting. I think I’m about sixty years old but I lost my social security card and ID. When I have

a thought in my brain, I forget it before it comes out of my mouth. I sleep on the street. I come here

every day for warmth. During the day I can’t go anywhere else because they don’t let me inside.

There’s a lot of provocation out there. I can’t stand anywhere for long. People call the police. They

don’t trust me. They think I’m a terrorist. I have to keep moving because my heart can’t handle the

confrontation. I get very weak. My whole body trembles. Sometimes I pass out. People approach me

from agencies but I don’t trust them. I don’t trust anyone. They want to get my benefits so they can

steal them. When your memory is bad, they steal your benefits. I just need to get healthy so I can

remember exactly what happened.”


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Figure 15, was taken during the winter in Buffalo. The idea was to capture a

winter look. This was an unplanned photography session. I started off by reaching out to

see if she wanted to take photos. This exemplifies creativity because of the editing being

done. A majority of my photos show my creativity based on how I position the subjects.


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This is a co-worker of mine. The photo was taken on a rainy day at Canal Side in

Buffalo, New York. This exemplifies creativity through the color tones that were used.


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In figure 17, I am capturing a perspective of my roommate. I was able to get an idea of

what details to highlight in this photo using effective lighting techniques. Editing photos

with darker tones comes down to knowing how to utilize color effectively.


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Traveling has been one of my key avenues for photography. Capturing this

subject in New York City showed my creativity. I was able to use natural light through

this image.


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Creativity is captured here. We see a traveler making their way through the

Buffalo train. One of the key aspects within this photo is how perspective is being

portrayed. This photo exemplifies creativity based on the area in which the photo was

taken.


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INTERVIEW

Kofi Dua - Photographer

A.A. What made you decide to pursue photography?

K.D. “Curiosity” just wanted to understand how the camera worked.

A.A. Who aided you into your discovery of photography?

K.D. I will say my inner-self my discovery of Photography started when I was in church

back in Kumasi, Ghana. Friends were always dressing up and felt the need to document it

every Sunday then it just grew into what it is now.

A.A. How does photography play a role in your life?

K.D. Photography is literally my life. There is never a day I don’t have a camera with me,

I’m always ready to capture a moment.

A.A. How did you feel when you first picked up a camera?

K.D. I was scared at first because of how complex it was but when I decided to learn and

practice everything became easy each day.

A.A. How do people perceive you ever since you pursued photography?

K.D. Starting was not easy back then I didn’t have access to the Internet and in Ghana

local photographers and the arts were not respected but never made that break me.

A.A. What is your view on other photographers and what are your perspectives?

K.D. I don’t pay attention to other photographers because I’m always focused on my

road, goals and values. But I appreciate every photography work I see. Photography is

just like music and film I get inspired and create my own path.


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A.A. As a photographer, what do you look forward to accomplish?

K.D. Having a photography project in Ghana for all the local photographers to be

involved in.

A.A. What inspires you during your ability in photography when you travel?

K.D. Being able to photograph moments that you can look back to.

A.A. Do you believe every photographer needs structure?

K.D. Yes is important to have structure, it keeps you on the right path all the time.

A.A. What is your style of photography?

K.D. I’m versatile but mostly shooting Fashion Photography

A.A. What has photography done for you as an individual?

K.D. It took me to places that my eyes couldn’t imagine and meet some very interesting

people. So will say it opened my eyes and mind.

A.A. Do you see yourself as an artist, if so why?

K.D. Yeah of course I’m an artist, I make dreams become reality.

A.A. What is your overall theme as a photographer?

K.D. Quality and color.

Kwesi Yanful – Founder of PortraitNoire.

A.A. What made you decide to pursue photography?

K.Y. I stumbled upon photography by accident, I was a historian for a fraternity in


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pharmacy school and part of my responsibilities was to take photos and videos and

when I got a camera to do that I loved it so I just started teaching myself

photography.

A.A. Who aided you into your discovery of photography?

K.Y. Prior to starting my historian work, I knew some really OG photographers who

became instrumental in the early stages once I picked up a camera — Kelvin Quaye, TJ

Letsa, FuFunSoup. Once a I got comfortable with the camera my world blossomed and

I got in contact with so many photographers I know today.

A.A. How does photography play a role in your life?

Photography does 2 things for me at this point in my life.

K.Y. 1) is to serve as a mouthpiece for me, so that I can try and make a difference

one way or the other. I really love taking portraits of black people and to see the

underrepresentation in that is astonishing. Part of the reason we created

portraitnoire is just that. 2) I am a clinical pharmacist specialist by trade/training,

and I specialize in HIV medicine. Every now and then I need to escape work and

photography does not quite nicely.

A.A. How did you feel when you first picked up a camera?

K.Y. I picked up the camera for the wrong reasons at first so I don’t think I quite

appreciated the gravity of impact of the art I’d just began to dabble in. But today,

picking up a camera is freeing, a bit nerve racking too, if I’m honest. But I think it’s

for a good reason. I want to improve all the time and with every shoot so I’m

constantly in a state of unlearning and relearning.

A.A. How do people perceive you ever since you pursued photography?


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K.Y. “I don’t know that people perceive me differently since I starting taking

portraits in comparison to before. But I think people who saw me from he beginning

are quite impressed with how much I’ve grown as a photographer.

K,D I think the biggest thing people are low-key uncomfortable with is finding out

that I practice pharmacy in addition to photography. It just astonishes people for

whatever reason.

A.A. What is your view on other photographers and what are your perspectives?

K.Y. Photography is so subjective that I don’t think I can truly answer this questions.

I appreciate most portrait photography and I think in general with instagram and

what not we’ve had a huge increase in photographers. I find that really dope. But I

do think that photographers who have been in the game for a long time should take

those of us still learning under their wings and mentor us. Right now it just seems

like OG photographers only hang and collaborate with each other. But I guess much

of the creative scene is like that. It should change though. I used to frown on

photographers who heavy altering of images but I’ve actually grown to really like

some of them and how creative these photographers are. It’s just incredible what

people are creating with the image they took. I’m not there yet but im sure it will be

the next frontier if I want to try something else. Right now I prefer clean and

minimal work.

A.A. As a photographer, what do you look forward to accomplish?

K.Y. I want this— when you search for “portrait photography inspiration”, you don’t

feel the need to add “black” to the search. Or add black to any search for that matter.


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It’s rampant these days.

Figure 20. Photographed by Kofi Dua.

Figure 20 is a photo of two women inspired by Kofi. This perspective shows the


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point-of-view from a top view. Kofi’s creativity is exemplified based on how close he

captures his subjects.

Figure 20. Photographed by Kofi Dua.

The details in this image represent culture. It shows how beauty can be aesthetic.

Kofi exemplified his creativity by blurring the background and using effective color

saturation with the red. In the image, we can see how well he captures emotion and

culture.


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Interviewee – Kwesi Yanful – Founder of Portraitnoire

AA Tell us about portraitnoire.

KY “Portraitnoire is and platform and a movement around increasing awareness of portraits of

black people and highlighting the community behind it. We’ve had a few phases of the

development and now where we are is truly highlight the community behind it.. I think you’ll see

a lot of features going forward. You can find us on everywhere @portraitnoire and

http://portraitnoire.com.”

AA. What are your vision capturing moments of Black people in portraitnoire?

KY “The biggest misconception about the movement is that it has been treated as an extension of

me but it really should not be. We were very careful in the beginning with images we shared etc

but this is a movement for the community and what the community is creating.”

AA Do you believe every photographer needs structure?

KY “No I don’t believe that at all. Like any other art, its what ever process that works for the

individual photographer. Structure or no structure it’s the work at the end that counts. One of

those things that the end justifies the means”.

What is your style of photography?

“Right now, true to reality, almost minimal portraits. I’m hoping to allow more context in my

photos now so working on that piece.”

AA What has photography done for you as an individual?

“It has allowed me to meet so many dope people in general. But it also has allowed me to see the

beauty in literally anything. It’s quite humbling to realize there’s beauty in everything

#everythingnaart”

AA Do you see yourself as an artist, if so why?

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KY “Unsure how to answer this, haha but maybe once I start showing my photos and doing

exhibitions not so much at the moment.”

What is your overall theme as a photographer?

Minimal is one that comes mind

CREATIVITY HAPPENS AFTER THE PHOTOS

Postproduction photography is one of the most pivotal aspects of photography. It

allows you to develop your perspective within your photography ability. We never

experience photography; we experience the creative perspective of a photographer. We

experience the abstract creativity from the lens of photography. Post photography has

been a movement of art.

From the confinement of a desktop, we can use our mobile camera as a means to

create different perspectives of photography (Clawson, 2015). Through techniques and

effective lighting, we are able to create newer perspectives.

CONCLUSION

To become a photographer is to become a storyteller, an observer, and an

individual who understands the power of creating timeless images. Photography

becomes a powerful source when it adds value to human life. Once you find your niche,

you become a powerful force who has the ability to create, develop, and see different

ideas and perspectives. Creating compelling art with your camera gives you the ability to

determine if photography is compelling. Overall, creating images within different niches

has the power of altering perspective. The study of art through images is an important

part of learning about photography. Photographers are the creators of different views

through postproduction.


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